Victorian 0.75ct Diamond Snake Ring, c.1860s
Located in London, GB
This intricate snake design ring dates back to the 1860s. The Victorian rarity features an unusual square rose cut diamond set atop the snakes head, surrounded by standard rose cut d...
Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver
Art Deco Certified Platinum 2.83ct Burma Sapphire Diamond Ring, Circa 1920
Located in Napoli, IT
Distinctive Art Deco period Diamond Sapphire ring, 1920 ca. Design is a triumph of beauty, skilfully and artfully hand crafted of solid Platinum French import duty, 1920 ca Centred ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Twist Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Each pearl is encircled with nine claw set Old European cut diamonds, totalling 0.97ct. The twist design ring shoulders meld seamlessly with the plain 18k yellow gold hallmarked sha...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930 Halo Ring natural 0.45ct Sapphire ctw. 0.65ctw Diamonds 18K Gold/ØUS6/2.25g
Located in SE
Beautiful Halo Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural Blue Sapphire and 8 Diamonds in White Gold / or Platinum settings. Swedish hallmarks, maker is G.A. Dalberg ,Stockholm - a...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
1905 Antique Ring Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum ØUS 8.7.5 / 3 gr
Located in SE
A Ring with openwork crown arranged with 19 care cut Rubies and 5 natural Diamonds in Platinum clusters.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Toi et Moi Ring natural Cornflower Sapphire Diamonds 18K Gold Ø4.75/1.8g
Located in SE
Art Nouveau period German Toi et Moi Ring made ca. early 1900s in original German Retailer's leather, Wood and Silk Box. Solid 18K Yellow Gold twisted band, top of the crown in Plat...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
1908 Nordic Halo Ring 0.5ct Sapphire 0.6ct Diamonds 18K Gold Silver ØUS5 /4gr
Located in SE
Halo ring with Silver crown on 18K Rose Gold plain band with natural light Blue Sapphire accented with rose cut Diamonds. Made in Sweden band hallmarked 18K , maker's hallmarks. Dat...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
1927 Ring 1ctw natural Diamond Sapphire solid 18K Gold Platinum ØUS 7.75/1.3gr
Located in SE
Art - Deco period Ring with band in solid 18 k Yellow Gold with top of the crown and parts of the shoulders in Platinum featuring two old European diamond cut Diamonds Ø 3.75 mm x 2....
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Halo Ring 2.5ct Ruby 0.5ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Silver Ø5.25US /4.8 gr
Located in SE
Halo Ring from ca .1920s -1930s with Ruby and 13 rose cut Diamonds. Not hallmarked, tested 18K. Crown with Silver /or White Gold top on solid 18K Yellow Gold measures Ø 14 mm x 6 mm...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Halo Ring natural 1.2 ctw. Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver ØUS6 / 5.5 gr
Located in SE
Openwork Crown is a bit convex shaped for best fit on a finger with top part.clusters in Silver holding 7 natural rose cut Diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Ring Bague au Firmament Diamonds Enamel 18K Gold Ø6.75 US / 11.5 gr
Located in SE
Very likely French Ring, a variety of Bague au Firmamen late 18th. -early 19th. cent. From 1775, jewelry with blue enamel backgrounds became popular in Europe, especially in England...
Diamond, Enamel, Silver, 18k Gold
Antique Ring Halo Emerald Diamonds solid 14K Gold Silver ØUS 8.25 / 3.6 gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Emerald and Diamonds halo Ring set in solid 14 ct Greenish Yellow Gold. Ca. early XX cent, likely German or Danish, it was in possession of a Danish /German family for lo...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver
1929 Halo Ring natural 0.5ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver Ø6US/3.7gr
Located in SE
1929 Nordic Renaissance styled Halo Sapphire and Diamonds Ring .Composite Gold + Silver crown with bezel set oval cut natural untreated Blue Sapphire 5 mm x 4 mm x 2.35 mm deep / ca...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
1910s Antique Diamond and Yellow Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.36 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold five stone ring; part of our collection of antique diamond rings. This fine and impressive diamond five sto...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
27.00 Ct Aquamarine Diamond 18 Kt ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This impressive estate ring is 1960 ca Artistry hand fabricated mounting of solid 18 KT white gold taking inspiration by the big Aquamaring size Ring has a classy style with an oval ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
1940s 1.43 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 1.43 carat Basaltic sapphire and 0.91 carat diamond, platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco diamond and emerald ring, French, circa 1930.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco diamond and emerald ring. Set to center with one square French cut diamond in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 1.55 carats, flanked by two natural ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Ring Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 5 US/ 2.46 gr
Located in SE
Vintage European Ring with parts in solid 18K Yellow and White Gold decorated with 6 pave set natural diamond cut Diamonds with open backs. Band hallmarked 750 for 18K Gold. Crown i...
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1929 Nordic Clover Ring solid 18K Gold 1ctw Ruby 0.5ct Diamond Ø 6US/ 2.8gr
Located in SE
Art Deco period Ring with twisted solid 18K Gold band and Clover leaf crown decorated with natural Diamonds and Rubies. Swedish hallmarks, 18K, maker GD&Co, city of Malmo. Year mark...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Art Deco 1.70 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphire 2.20 Ct Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Classy Statement This beautiful and impressive Art Deco ring is bears French import duty marks standing for solid Platinum – the ring is substantially hand constructed suitable for ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Victor Mayer Eloise Ring 18k Rose Gold/White Gold with 141 Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Eloise Ring in 18k Rose Gold/White Gold with 141 Diamonds Ring Eloise, 18k RG/WG, 141 diamonds total 1.63 ct, G VS Reference: V1666/00/00/00/10C Material: 18k rose gold...
Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold
1938 Halo Ring natural 0.45 ct Sapphire ctw. 0.65ctw Diamonds 18K Gold/ØUS8/2.9g
Located in SE
Beautiful Halo Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural Blue Sapphire and 8 Diamonds in White Gold / or Platinum settings. Floret/ crown measures Ø 11 mm x 4.5 mm deep. Natural Sa...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold
Vintage Ring natural 1ct Yellow Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS6.75/2.35gr
Located in SE
Vintage Halo Ring in solid 18K Yellow and White Gold with natural Yellow Sapphire and 8 Diamonds. European, hand - made ca. 1960s -1970s , hallmarked 750, Swedish import hallmarks, ...
Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
1941 Nordic Channel Ring natural 0.9 ctw Diamonds solid 23K Gold ØUS 7.25 /6gr
Located in SE
Chanel Diamond Ring in solid 23K Yellow Gold. The band is 3.5 mm wide. Platinum or White Gold bezel with five channel set old diamond natural Diamonds / total ca. 0.9 ct. ca.F,G ...
Diamond, 22k Gold, Platinum
1944 Halo Ring natural 0.5ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 5.5 US / 1.6 gr
Located in SE
Halo Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural Blue Sapphire and 11 Diamonds. Swedish hallmarks, 18K, crowned G (Gothenburg), Maker's marks . Year combination ( a bit fragmented )...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1950s Diamond and Yellow Gold Platinum Set Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 0.86 carat diamond and 14 karat yellow gold, platinum set vintage cocktail ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. Th...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Ring Diamonds solid 9K Yellow Gold Silver Ø 9 US/ 7.2 gr
Located in SE
European hand -made 19th cent. ring with dome of the crown in Silver on 9K Rose Gold holding 24 rose cut Diamonds average Ø 2 mm / 0. 04ct each , total weight of the stones is ca.0.9...
Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Silver
1920s Nordic Halo Ring 1ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 6.25US /2.2 gr
Located in SE
Old Nordic Halo Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural Blue Sapphire and 12 old European cut Diamonds in Platinum settings. Hallmarked 18K, Swedish Ring. No year marks, made ca. ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Ring 0.2 ct. Diamond solid 14K Yellow Gold Silver Ø US5.75 / 1.3 gr.
Located in SE
European ring from early XX century period with band in solid 14K Yellow Gold with silver bezel holding a Diamond Ø 3.25 mm x 1.9 mm deep / ca.0.2 ct , color ca,G,H /VS , with open b...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
$3,709
Art Deco Contrarié Ring
Located in Milano, MI
Set in 18ct yellow gold and old cut diamonds this contrarié ring is a very wearable for day to day wear thanks to its colours and proportions. Highlights - Art Deco - 18ct gold - Ol...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Certified natural sapphire and diamond ring circa 1900
Located in Uccle, BE
Sapphire and diamond cluster ring circa 1900-1910. Bicolore gold 18 Karat ring set with a center natural non heated cushion Cambodian sapphire of approximately 1.41 Carats (certifi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Diamond and Yellow Gold White Gold Set Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This vintage cluster ring is fine quality set with very high color graded old cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Russian Ring Diamonds Ruby solid 56 /14K Gold Ø 8US / 2.5 gr
Located in SE
Russian Imperial period Ring with openwork shoulders featuring one claw set old oval cut Ruby and two bezel set old cushion cut Diamonds. Made in Imperial Russia ca. late XIX - earl...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Georgian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
A Georgian Period cluster ring containing approximately 1.55 carats total weight old mine and rose cut diamonds and approximately 1.50 carats total weight emeralds set in 14K gold to...
Antique 0.55ct Turquoise and Diamond Ring, hallmarked 1924
Located in London, GB
With Hallmarks dating to 1924 this wonderful carved shank ring showcases a trio of turquoise, accompanied by old cut diamonds. The central turquoise sits the largest at 0.25 carat w...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Nouveau Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.45 carat diamond and pearl, 14 karat yellow gold, silver set cocktail ring; part of our antique estate jewelry collections. This stunning 1...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 14K Gold & Silver No Heat Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring Circa 1870-1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique 14K Gold & Silver No Heat Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring Circa 1870-1890. Ceylon sapphire 11.57 carats Old mine cut diamonds approximately 8 ct tw Accompanied by AG...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver
Celyon Sapphire and Diamond Ring, French, circa 1930.
Located in London, GB
Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring. Centrally set with a cushion old cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with a weight of 5.56 carats, flanked by eight ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian 2.35 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This central linear arrangement is bordered with twelve claw set Old European cut diamonds forming a scalloped border to the cluster design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique fancy Ring solid 18K Rose Gold 25 Rubies Diamonds US 4.75 /3 gr
Located in SE
Old Ring in solid 18K Rose Gold with plain band. Round Crown Ø 12 mm x 3 mm deep with slightly convex surface is decorated with 25 pave set natural Rubies and Diamonds, all stones of...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
Edwardian Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Three Row Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an Edwardian 18ct yellow gold three row ring. The ring features 5 rubies, 5 diamonds and 5 sapphires, each of which graduate in size to the centre. All of the stones are old ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1.40ct Emerald and Diamond Boat Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Surrounding the central gems sits a cluster of old cut diamonds, totalling 2.40 carat.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 0.28ct Diamond & 0.24ct Ruby Cocktail Ring, 18k Gold, 1905
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Edwardian 0.28 carat diamond, 0.24 carat ruby cocktail ring in 18 karat yellow gold; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This i...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Mid- century Natural Untreated Green Jade Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful vintage ring is 1960 circa Beautiful designed with a flat head in a substantial 18 KT solid gold mount, sophisticate timeless style Italian origin Ring weighs 16.8 gra...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
1948 Vintage Ring 7ct Aquamarine Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 6.25US / 9.2g
Located in SE
Aquamarine and Diamonds Ring in solid 18K White Gold. Fine emerald /step cut natural Blue Aquamarine measuring about 12.85 mm x 8.86 mm x 7.15 mm deep / ca.7ct The stone is of vivi...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2 stones Ring natural 0.6 Sapphire Diamond solid 18K Gold Platinum Ø US6 / 2.3 g
Located in SE
Beautiful Two - stones Ring with bezel set natural Blue Sapphire stone oval cut 5.5 mm x 4.5 mm x 3.2 mm deep / ca. 0.6 ct. and square pave set old diamond cut natural Diamond Ø 2mm ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Platinum French Stamped, Edwardian Peridot and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Peridot Ring Platinum French Stamped Circa 1910 A striking example of early 20th-century French craftsmanship, this exquisite antique ring dates to circa 1910 and showcas...
Diamond, Peridot, Platinum
1920 Nordic Halo Ring 0.5 ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 5.75 US /2 gr
Located in SE
104 years old Halo Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural Blue Sapphire and 8 old European cut Diamonds in Platinum or White Gold settings. Natural Sapphire of old European diam...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
0.76 Carat Natural Pearl and Diamond 14K Gold Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Behold a stunning ring at an equally enchanting price! This exquisite piece boasts a captivating old mine cut diamond as its centerpiece, encircled by nine lustrous pearls. Allow us ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Art Deco 1.10 Carat Diamond and Ruby Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive Art Deco ring has been crafted in platinum. The pierced decorated setting is ornamented with a feature 0.61 ct Old European round cut diamond, col...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage ring with 6.30 ct Ceylon sapphire & antique diamonds, ca. 1965
Located in Berlin, DE
Sweet jewel Vintage ring with 6.30 ct Ceylon sapphire & antique diamonds, ca. 1965 The cluster ring, or entourage ring, was the quintessential fine jewellery piece of the 1960s.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sugar loaf cabochon sapphire and diamond ring, circa 1950.
Located in London, GB
Sugar loaf cabochon sapphire and diamond ring. Set to centre with a natural sugar loaf cabochon sapphire in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 4.70 carats, fl...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Diamond Emerald Cabochon Flower Ring 14K Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This gorgeous vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold (carefully tested and guaranteed). The center Emerald cabochon is 10mm (3.74 carats), eight more emeralds total ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victor Mayer Soiree Ring 18k White Gold Diamonds 1.13 ct Sapphire 0.97 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Soiree Ring, 18k WG, diamonds total 1.13 ct, G VS brilliant cut, sapphire 0.97 ct Reference: V1434/00/3H/00/101 Material: 18k white gold Diamonds: Diamonds 1.13 ct Gems...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Ring 0.65 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Rose Gold Silver Ø US 3.25/ 1.59 gr
Located in SE
Fine ring of design that was very popular in Europe in the late 19 - early 20 century period.Combination of Gold, Silver, and Diamonds of old European Diamond cut. Custom hand - mad...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage 14.90 Ct Emerald 2.80 Ct Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
circa 1930/40 Hand constructed of solid 18 Kt gold with silver portions for the Diamonds housing Large over sized oval shape with an amazing impact to the viewer Centrally set with a...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Colour Change Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring, circa 1905
Located in London, GB
Colour change Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural unenhanced pinkish purple colour change Ceylon sapphire, pinkish purple in daylight and pin...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
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Antique Circa 1900s Victorian 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.7 grams. Totally is rose cut diamond 0.30 ct. Totally is old cut diamond 0.27 ct. The diamond is has H-I color and s1-s2-s3 clarity. Ring si...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco 1.50ct Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
The oval cut sapphire weighs 1.50 carat and is claw set within a halo of old cut diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian 0.30 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
This lovely Victorian cluster ring features a blue sapphire and diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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